Clinical

Question 1

Anti-D immunoglobulin

Answer 1

Given to mum (routinely and after blood exposure), where she is RhD -ve and baby is RhD +ve

Question 2

Severe asthma - definitions

Answer 2

PEFR 33-50% of predicted, RR >=25/min, HR >=110/min, unable to complete sentences

Question 3

Severe hypertension

Answer 3

BP >=180/120 mmHg

Question 4

Hypertensive urgency

Answer 4

Severe hypertension without end-organ damage - manage w/ PO anti-HTNs for a gradual BP reduction

Question 5

Hypertensive emergency

Answer 5

Severe hypertension with end-organ damage - manage w/ IV anti-HTNs, aim for an initial BP reduction of 20-25%

Question 6

Kussmaul breathing

Answer 6

Deep, rapid breaths as a response to acidosis